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Crane Company (CR)
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12/03/2025: CR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $213.75
1 Year Target Price $213.75
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 39.49% | Avg. Invested days 59 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 10.60B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 33.64 | 1Y Target Price 213.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 33.64 | 1Y Target Price 213.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 1.19 | 52 Weeks Range 126.56 - 203.39 | Updated Date 12/4/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 126.56 - 203.39 | Updated Date 12/4/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.49% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.47 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 16.13% | Operating Margin (TTM) 19.89% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.3% | Return on Equity (TTM) 18.07% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 33.64 | Forward PE 26.6 | Enterprise Value 10014050508 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.67 |
Enterprise Value 10014050508 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.67 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.42 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.03 | Shares Outstanding 57596887 | Shares Floating 48830641 |
Shares Outstanding 57596887 | Shares Floating 48830641 | ||
Percent Insiders 14.45 | Percent Institutions 77.63 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Crane Company
Company Overview
History and Background
Crane Company was founded in 1855 by Richard Teller Crane. Initially a manufacturer of valves and fittings, it has evolved into a diversified industrial company through strategic acquisitions and organic growth.
Core Business Areas
- Aerospace & Electronics: Supplies critical components and systems, including landing gear, braking systems, power solutions, and sensing components, for commercial and military aircraft, as well as space and defense applications.
- Process Flow Technologies: Provides highly engineered products and systems for fluid handling applications, including valves, pumps, and related equipment, serving the chemical, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, and power industries.
- Engineered Materials: Produces fiberglass-reinforced plastic panels and coils used in various construction and industrial applications.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a CEO and supported by a senior management team overseeing the different business segments. The organizational structure is designed to promote operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Aircraft Landing Gear: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies landing gear systems to various aircraft manufacturers. Market share data is not publicly available, but Crane is a significant player in this market. Competitors include Safran Landing Systems, Collins Aerospace, and Liebherr-Aerospace.
- Valves and Actuators: Crane's Process Flow Technologies segment manufactures valves, actuators, and related products. The valve market is fragmented, with many competitors. Estimated market share is in the single digits. Competitors include Emerson Electric (EMR), Flowserve (FLS), and Pentair (PNR).
- Fiberglass Reinforced Panels: Crane Composites produces fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) panels for various applications. The market is competitive. Competitors include Strongwell, Bedford Reinforced Plastics, and Kemlite Company.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Crane operates in are characterized by cyclicality and depend on global economic conditions, infrastructure spending, and aerospace & defense budgets.
Positioning
Crane Company is positioned as a provider of highly engineered products with a focus on innovation and quality. They compete on product performance, reliability, and customer service.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM across Crane's segments is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Crane has a relatively small market share across all its segments and is well-positioned to expand into its TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified business segments
- Strong engineering capabilities
- Established customer relationships
- Global presence
- Focus on innovation
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Dependence on macroeconomic conditions
- Competitive landscape in certain segments
- Integration risks from acquisitions
Opportunities
- Expanding into emerging markets
- Developing new products and technologies
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Capitalizing on infrastructure spending
- Growth in the aerospace sector
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Geopolitical risks
- Changes in government regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EMR
- FLS
- PNR
Competitive Landscape
Crane Company competes with large, established players. Its competitive advantages include its diversified portfolio, strong engineering capabilities, and global presence.
Major Acquisitions
C&S Antennas
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 55
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Crane's microwave business within its Aerospace & Electronics segment. Strengthened the company's position in communication solutions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Crane has achieved growth through both organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Crane Company, driven by increased demand in its key end markets. Growth is expected to be in the mid-single digits.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost-cutting measures, investments in new technologies, and strategic acquisitions to expand market share.
Summary
Crane Company is a diversified industrial firm with a solid historical track record. Its diversified strategy has boosted revenue and profitability. The company should be aware of risks related to cyclical industries and economic downturns. Strategic acquisitions and R&D spending should allow it to further grow.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Crane Company
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Stamford, CT, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-03-29 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Max H. Mitchell | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.craneco.com |
Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.craneco.com | ||
Crane Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells engineered industrial products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Aerospace & Electronics and Process Flow Technologies. The Aerospace & Electronics segment supplies critical components and systems, including original equipment and aftermarket parts for commercial aerospace, as well as the military aerospace, defense, and space markets. This segment also offers pressure sensors for aircraft engine control, aircraft braking systems for commercial aircraft and fighter jets, power conversion solutions for defense, and space applications and lubrication systems. The Process Flow Technologies segment provides other related products, such as lined pipe, fittings and hoses, vacuum jacketed air operated diaphragm and peristaltic pumps, instrumentation and sampling systems, valve positioning and control systems, vacuum insulated pipe systems, and valve diagnostic and calibration systems; pumps and systems; and commercial valves. The company was formerly known as Crane Holdings, Co. Crane Company was founded in 1855 and is based in Stamford, Connecticut.
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